Nurse Katrina would recognize that the demonstration of crutch walking with tripod gait was understood when the client places weight on the: A. Palms of the hands and axillary regions B. Palms of the hand C. Axillary regions D. Feet, which are set apart Correct Answer: B.… Read More »
The nurse is aware that the best way to prevent postoperative wound infection in the surgical client is to: A. Administer a prescribed antibiotic B. Wash her hands for 2 minutes before care C. Wear a mask when providing care D. Ask the client to cover her mouth when she coughs … Read More »
Which playroom activities should the nurse organize for a small group of 7-year-old hospitalized children? A. Sports and games with rules B. Finger paints and water play. C. “Dress-up” clothes and props. D. Chess and television programs Correct Answer: A. Sports and games with rules The purpose… Read More »
A client hospitalized with MRSA (methicillin-resistant staph aureus) is placed on contact precautions. Which statement is true regarding precautions for infections spread by contact? A. The client should be placed in a room with negative pressure. B. Infection requires close contact; therefore, the door may remain open. C. Transmission is highly likely, so the… Read More »
The client with a cervical fracture is placed in traction. Which type of traction will be utilized at the time of discharge? A. Russell’s traction B. Buck’s traction C. Halo traction D. Crutchfield tong traction Correct Answer: C. Halo traction Halo traction will be ordered for the… Read More »
A client with a fractured hip is being taught correct use of the walker. The nurse is aware that the correct use of the walker is achieved if the: A. Palms rest lightly on the handles B. Elbows are flexed 0° C. Client walks to the front of the walker D.… Read More »
The parents of a child, age 6, who will begin school in the fall ask the nurse for anticipatory guidance. The nurse should explain that a child of this age: A. Is highly sensitive to criticism B. Rebels against scheduled activities C. Still depends on the parents D. Loves to tattle… Read More »
A child has third-degree burns of the hands, face, and chest. Which nursing diagnosis takes priority? A. Impaired urinary elimination related to fluid loss B. Ineffective airway clearance related to edema C. Disturbed body image related to physical appearance D. Risk for infection related to epidermal disruption … Read More »
While working in a pediatric clinic, you receive a telephone call from the parent of a 10-year-old who is receiving chemotherapy for leukemia. The client’s sibling has chickenpox. Which of these actions will you anticipate taking next? A. Administer varicella-zoster immune globulin to the client B. Educate the parent about the correct use… Read More »
Cristina, a mother of a 4-year-old child tells the nurse that her child is a very poor eater. What is the nurse’s best recommendation for helping the mother increase her child’s nutritional intake? A. Use specially designed dishes for children – for example, a plate with the child’s favorite cartoon character B. Allow the child… Read More »